Monday, November 12, 2012

DEEPER LEVEL OF COMMUNICATION WITH LLuvi Johnson


Geneva: Thanks you for your time, I know your extremely busy schedule. But how are doing today?

LLuvi Johnson: Hello Geveva, I’m well & excited to speak with you!

Geneva: Now first off before we get into the heart of this interview. I want to clear up some things; you're not in the music industry correct?


LLuvi Johnson: Not any longer, I’m currently on the Media Side of the business, Production, Staffing & Casting for Music videos and actually I’m focusing more on my current position at OpenVision Networks as VP of operations and a Network Owner.


Geneva: However you’re no stranger to this business, in many rights you’re an empire of a self-made woman. How do you keep out of the hype or drama of this business? 


LLuvi Johnson: I stay in my role as “Auntie”!  People just want to feel like someone believes in them, So I try to be the shoulder to lean on & not judge.   Plus I do my job and go home, I don’t hang out at clubs or go to industry parties unless it’s business…

Geneva: Now for those unfamiliar with "OPENVISION NETWORK" which is the revolution to entertainment, can you explain more about it in details?

LLuvi Johnson: Open Vision is the NEWEST form of broadcast technology.  We are an International Multichannel TV Distributor; with technology that supersedes Linear Television, Cable, Hulu Plus, Zeebox and all others combined.   Picture it this way, traditional cable connects thou Digital boxes and cable wires, satellite tv, thru satellite dishes & OpenVision connects thou cyber space on any   WiFi/Broadband device, Smart Phones, Computers, tablets, smart TV’s.  Once connected, you are in cyberspace, with multiple channels NOT video clips.  What’s so special about our cable, 1: we are available in every country in the world and we are completely free with no equipment to buy!

Geneva: Plus it's very social active, and launching consumers to the networks, fundraisers, and even ads are now at the fingertips literally.  However you’re constantly connected to your viewer numbers as well right?  

LLuvi Johnson: Yes with our Technology, we have point to purchase advertising, without interruption of the commercial or show.  Ex: Let’s say you’re watching T.I & Tiny and they have a scene with T.I. in the studio…you can click the show logo on the screen and purchase the song in the background, without interruption of the program!  We have certainly superseded any cable, internet or linear TV competition!

Geneva: You are truly the media queen of revelation, can you tell us a little about your team and the different shows among networks featured on "OpenVision" Networks?


LLuvi Johnson: Well you are getting an exclusive because we have not gone public yet and can’t announce any of the Networks right now! The only Network I can speak about at this time is Soulja Boy TV since he has already went public with his purchase…Soulja boy being a technology geek, appreciated the Value of this new technology and wanted to be the first of the Music world to jump on board. So look out for Soulja Boy TV real soon.

Geneva: Now this is normally where I'll ask for advice, what’s the biggest mistake made for upcoming business people? 

LLuvi Johnson: Not knowing your target Market and Giving up to soon. They say it takes at least 5 yrs for any business to become completely profitable! 

Geneva: What changes have you seen personally or overall in media, that's been for the better? 


LLuvi Johnson: Although I’m not in Music now, that is my background and I’m fairly new to what I’m doing in Media, so I’m not sure if I can answer that objectively!


Geneva: You've accomplished so much in your career; my question is what's next for you & "OPENVISION" NETWORK?


LLuvi Johnson: Well, being an entrepreneur you know my hands are in a lot of things! Let’s talk about two that are in motion.  Latasha Marrow and myself are working on a new Hair Weave Line called “RocKandy” that I’m super excited about!  We have Quick Weave Kits with special tricks!  Fantasy Hair and transformer Hair Pieces!! Then I’m working on manufacturing an exercise piece of equipment called “Firm Pro” that is WONDERFUL!!

As far as Open Vision, that is simple…we plan to change the face of television as you know it!  


Geneva: Your known for your motivation and great advice, being a woman in the business what's the most Impactful advice you can give to other women? 


LLuvi Johnson: Never give up and stay true to yourself and your values most importantly! 

Geneva: Those who haven't heard yet TEN11 is the ultimate one stop shop for talent. Can you tell us a little  more about TEN11?


LLuvi Johnson: Well we are not a talent agency; My Company is TEN11 Creative, under this umbrella I consultant and build strategies for various types of companies, not just music.  Also, I do Media Staffing & Casting, Providing staffing support services to all Media situations, Commercials, Music Videos, and TV & Movies.  We are like a temporary agency for media industry, if a boom operator gets sick on set call me and I’ll send a new one!

Geneva: Thanks again, I'm always humbled by you and now even more so a fan of your wisdom and work. Is there anything you'd like to add before we go?


LLuvi Johnson: Thank you Geneva, I’m so sorry it took so long for us to connect. I’d like you speak to the young people trying to be in the Music business.  Social Networks can be your Platform or your Downfall!  You have to remember the industry is more business than music... If there is NO BUSINESS your MUSIC is just a hobby. Please conduct yourself in a decent fashion on Social Networking sites watch what you say and post, Have a business page and a Personal PRIVATE page that you can rant and rave all you want!  DO NOT PUT PERSONAL OPINIONS ON YOUR BUSINESS PAGE!  

Friday, November 9, 2012

RAP SUPERSTAR T.I. GEARS UP FOR FIRST HEADLINING ARIZONA PERFORMANCE

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RAP SUPERSTAR T.I. GEARS UP FOR FIRST HEADLINING ARIZONA PERFORMANCE
Phoenix AZ - The King of the South Will Soon Take His Throne in Phoenix Arizona After over a decade of touring the world the time has finally come for T.I. to perform for his fans in Arizona. The event presented by NX Level Entertainment & Live Nation and will be held on Saturday November 10th at the infamous Comerica Theatre in downtown Phoenix. T.I. is providing more than a one-night performance, he’s bringing an international brand and an army of media exposure. His hit TV shows “T.I. & Tiny: The Family Hustle” on VH1 and “Boss” on the Starz network have launched him into superstardom and at the height of commercial success he will have the chance to connect with fans locally. “This concert is a part of Arizona music history”, says Mechelle Tucker of NX Level Entertainment. “We have brought some of the biggest names to Phoenix but this one is very special” And because this is such a monumental event, Tip has brought some friends along, like fellow rap star Kirko Bangz and 106 & Park’s Rocsi who will be hosting the show. The Pre-Show will also include a red carpet hosted by multi-platinum recording
artist Chingy with music by DJ Unknown. Not only is this concert providing one of the hottest sources of entertainment the valley has seen in a while, NX Level’s efforts will benefit local charities including: I will not BULLY, The Jeremy Bridges Foundation, Arthur M. Hamilton Elementary School, and various youth organizations in an effort to ensure they are active in their community.


About NX Level Entertainment
NX Level Entertainment is the premier provider of upscale promotions based locally in the valley. Since 2001 their talented management and promotions team, coupled with their relationships with exclusive venues, local media outlets, and private investors, have enabled them to produce one-of-a-kind productions to include concerts, upscale parties, and promotional events. As the brand continues to grow and even venture out in international projects you can plan to see a lot more of them in a city near you. 


For more updates on events 
visit
Comerica Theatre
400 West Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85003
For 24/7 event info, go to: www.nxlevelentertainment.com
Email info@nxlevelentertainment.com or call 623-486-1114

For Concert & Ticket information, go to: www.livenation.com


For Media Inquires Contact:
Dominique Simpson
(323) 286-3636

Monday, October 22, 2012

PUSHA T INSIDE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW & INSIGHT

The Virginia MC on his debut solo LP, working with Kanye, the controversy behind G.O.O.D. Music's "I Don't Like" remix, and the uncertain future of Clipse.
By Ryan Dombal , October 22, 2012 
Thanks to his ginned-up appearances on G.O.O.D. Music hits like "Mercy", "New God Flow", and the remix of Chief Keef's "I Don't Like", Pusha-T  is more visible right now than at any other time since Clipse  broke in with "Grindin'" 10 years ago. "I've never felt more like a rapper in my life," he says with a laugh, calling from his Virginia home a week before embarking on a brief European solo tour.. "I'm doing rapper shit: collaborating with motherfuckers left and right, going to listening sessions. I mean, I have rappers in my phone-- I've never had rappers in my phone." He'll try to parlay that momentum into his debut solo album for Def Jam, which is tentatively due out early next year and set to feature production from No I.D., Swizz Beatz, Rico Beatz, The-Dream, Pharrell, Young Chop, Travi$ Scott, and Kanye West, who's behind the witch-doctor instrumental for first single "Pain".

Pitchfork: As an artist who's been around for a decade, what's your mindset like getting ready to release your first solo record?Pusha-T: All of this is about timing and prepping the public. I feel like when people first heard my sound on G.O.O.D. Music, they were like, "Oh man, you need to drop an album now!" But I treated my progress like a totally new artist: I wanted to be on records, drop a mixtape, do virals, and go on the road for records that don't really have a true body of work to attach themselves to. I want people to delve into what the hell I'm doing, the purity of the rap. I wasn't going to be arrogant, like, "Man, y'all know me!" They don't. I mean, some people do, but a lot don't.

It's funny, my godson is 12, and when [the recent Tyler, the Creator collaboration] "Trouble On My Mind" came out, his friend said to him, "Tyler's with this new dude called Pusha-T-- and he got busy on that record!" It was the awakening of awakenings. Like, I am 10 years strong in this shit! But I am new. That's exactly why you must respect the game and give so much: records, freestyles, collaborations. You have to.

Pitchfork: While it makes perfect sense for a 12-year-old to not be familiar with your work, I'm not sure if other artists would have such a positive outlook if put in that same position.
PT: That's where ego comes into play. Like, why would I be frustrated that a 12-year-old doesn't know my dope boy chronicles from 10 years ago? Are you serious? What am I supposed to do, give him my discography and say, "Now you take that, go home, and study!"? He was only two when we first came out! I got a big fucking ego, but it ain't that big.

It ain't my job to be fucking out here, telling people what I've done, or acting like you should know what I've done. I should continue being good, and just let people say, "Wait a minute, Pusha is in my top five right now."

Pitchfork: Hearing your verses on songs like "Mercy" and "New God Flow", it sounds like you're hungrier than you've been in the last couple years. Did something happen to make you re-energize?

PT: No, man. It's about being around the creators that I'm around: Kanye West, fucking Big Sean, Common, numerous producers, from Hit-Boy to Mike Will to fucking Mike Dean, to young upstarts like Travi$ Scott and Young Chop. And there's a certain energy that you have to have to compete with what's going on right now. A lot of people can't do it. But my energy is my win, as well as having substance and rap fundamentals. It's an angst. These statements, like, [from "New God Flow"]: "I believe in a God above me, I'm just the god of everything else." You can't just say that if you don't believe that.

Pitchfork: I'm curious, as far as how the G.O.O.D. Music crew works, do you guys put together a bunch of records and then figure out where things go afterwards?
PT: We don't do shit. We all get a skeleton, write verses, and then 'Ye X's motherfuckers out. [laughs] He X's this guy out, edits that guy's shit, and then we come back and there's a song on top of a new beat. That's how it works.

Pitchfork: As a guy with a healthy ego, is it hard to be edited or X'd out.
PT: No. I just had to learn what 'Ye was looking for. At the end of the day, you have to remember that this Cruel Summer<http://pitchfork.com/reviews/albums/16994-cruel-summer/>  shit-- all this shit-- is his shit. He wants certain performances. Luckily for me, 'Ye likes something that I already do; he's time travelling when it comes to me. He goes, "Man, I want 'Keys Open Doors' <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HU-MGQksnZ4> -- please don't be nice." So it's not bothersome to have to re-write for him. But let me tell you what is bothersome: when he edits my verses and something I want to say is taken out. That becomes a problem. But that's my problem, and we have this discussion all the time. It's a give and take. If I want to keep something in the song, he'll say to me, "I can't give you that alley-oop if you have so many bars, it doesn't work that way." 

Read the rest of the interview here: http://pitchfork.com/features/update/8971-pusha-t/

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WHOSE DIRTY DIANA ?

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DIRTY DIANA :
 WHOSE DIRTY DIANA BESIDES THE NEW MUSIC GOLD MINE
 BY: GENEVA RELF 
 Geneva: Thank again for agreeing to this interview, How are you doing by the way?

 Dirty Diana:I'm doing great thank you for the opportunity and exposure

 Geneva: Now not like it's needed by refresh and introduce yourself to the new upcoming fans of your music!

Dirty Diana: My name is Dirty Diana from Bronx New York currently in ATL. I have a mixtape hosted by DJ scream on datpiff and livemixtape im currently working on some major features for my next project and working to get everyone familiar with who I am

 Geneva: Your music video for "What Up Doe" your showcasing skills many haven't seen in this industry for awhile. Is that what gives you an edge in this music game?

 Dirty Diana:My what up doe video is taking it back to hip hop when all the legends use to tell stories in there videos. It gives me an edge along with many different styles I posses in my music.

 Geneva: Now on a deep level being a young female now on the scene, what has been the greatest test for you thus far?

 Dirty Diana: When being in a studio with a whole bunch of male mc's and they ask "yo you want to hop on this track" lol not only do you have to show you nice but I have to make sure I body them on the track as well. :.)( shout out to all female rappers going hard )

 Geneva: Many artist hate being compared, but how would you describe yourself and what sets you apart? 

Dirty Diana: I would describe myself as not trying to be like anyone or copying anyone's style being myself is what makes me real and my lyrical content is what makes people respect me as a down to earth rapper. 

Geneva: Your mixtape "Dirty Diana" hosted by DJ Scream (HoodRich) what was your concept if not motivation for this work of musical art?

 Dirty Diana: The concept of the Dirty Diana Mixtape was to introduce who's dirty diana to the world, proving not only that I can rap but that I would be ever to stand alone against the many other rappers in this industry

 Geneva: I understand you were at this years BET Award show, what was that like for you?

 Dirty Diana: It was a great experience it gave me a visual of how my life would be like and made me realize how closer to my dreams I'm getting. I hope next year to be on that stage with all the other talented rappers that was there. 

Geneva: Now I'm loving your style, are their any trends you follow or your own trendsetter?

 Dirty Diana: Thank you, I consider myself a Trendsetter, I'm currently trying to come up with unique hair styles, clothing, shoes and accessories to help brand my name and continue with the hot trends of today. 

Geneva: Collaborations I have got to ask any artist out there you want to mix it up with in the studio?

 Dirty Diana: Well I currently have some surprise features on the next project but if I had a choice I would love to work with Jay z, Rick Ross, 2 Chainz and Big Sean.

Geneva: What's the next level what can we look forward to music wise or even appearance wise?

 Dirty Diana: You can look forward to a major deal by 2013, movie appearances, new female artist an nomination, and hopefully some major performances coming to a town near you.

 Geneva: Thanks again so much for your time, I know I'm a fan but can you please tell soon to be fans where to find you? Also is there anything you would like to add before we go?

 Dirty Diana: Thanks again, You can find me on Twitter : whosDirtyDiana Facebook: dirtydianafans Instagram: whosDirtyDiana Reverbnation: whosDirtyDiana YouTube: teamDirtyDiana Mixtape: datpiff.com and livemixtapes.com


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Spike Lee's BAD25 Goes to the Big Screen! | MJ's BAD25 Available In Stores and Online Now


BAD25 Makes It To The Big Screen!

OCT. 19TH to 26TH - AMC Loews Theater, 66 Third Ave, New York City
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OCT. 26TH to NOV 2ND.  -Chinese 6 Theaters, 6801 Hollywood Blvd, H
ollywood CA
25th Anniversary of Michael Jackson’s Landmark Album BAD25 Available Now In Stores and Online
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BAD25 chronicles the making of Michael Jackson’s iconic, record-breaking Bad album and Michael’s first world tour as a solo artist. With BAD25, Spike Lee examines Michael Jackson’s creative vision for the album that ended up defining an era. Michael's lasting artistic legacy comes to life thanks to rare and never before seen footage and the vivid recollections of Michael's collaborators and confidants, such as Martin Scorsese who directed the 18-minute short film for the single Bad. TIME Magazine called BAD25 “an intimate view of a performer at his peak in the intense splendor of creativity” and the Hollywood Reporter said “restore(s) the reputation of Jackson as a multi-hyphenate musician of peerless discipline, professionalism and perfectionism -- not to mention a pioneering influence in dance and fashion.”
BAD25 joins an incredible body of Spike Lee documentaries including the Peabody and Emmy Award-winning, WHEN THE LEVEES BROKE: A REQUIEM IN FOUR ACTS and its follow up, IF GOD IS WILLING AND DA CREEK DON'T RISE, KOBE DOIN’ WORK and the Academy Award-nominated, 4 LITTLE GIRLS. Lee directed both short films for Michael Jackson’s They Don’t Care About Us from the 1996 HIStory album.
The BAD25 documentary aligns with the worldwide release BAD25 (a collaboration of Epic Records, Legacy Recordings and the Estate of Michael Jackson). The deluxe package contains remastered versions of the entire original album, a second disc which includes 13 rare and previously unreleased bonus tracks as well as the first ever DVD from the Bad World Tour – the July 16, 1988 sold-out show at Wembley stadium and the first ever Michael Jackson live CD from the same concert.
Michael Jackson's BAD25 Anniversary Release

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FUTURE ft. Kelly Rowland - "NEVA END" REMIX courtesy of EPIC RECORDS



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Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Zino Grigio (aka Benzino) - Ric Flair



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